Feast And Festivals In Apulia
16 Jan
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16 January
Novoli (Lecce) - La focara
The celebrations dedicated to the patron Saint Anthony Abbot culminate with the lighting of a large over 25 meters high bonfires (the "Focara"). Event of great attraction, steeped in of folklore and popular religiosity, in a setting of music, art, gastronomy and spectacular fireworks
17 Jan
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17 January - 17 February
Putignano (Bari) - Carnival
One of the oldest carnival events in Europe. It dates back to 1394. A feast full of traditions, rituals, events, culminating on Shrove Tuesday, with an evening parade and carnival funeral, represented as a pig. Website: https://www.carnevalediputignano.it/home/info-contatti/
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17, 18, 24 and 25 January
Rutigliano (Bari) - Festa di S.Antonio e fiera del fischietto
On the occasion of the Feast of St. Anthony, a colorful and vibrant endless raw of whistles stalls and terracotta products, local delicatessens stands, blessing of the animals, musical concerts and itinerant street performers
